2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
